By eZWay News
Renowned filmmaker Adam Marcus, best known for directing Jason Goes to Hell and Texas Chainsaw 3D, appeared on EZ Talk Live, hosted by Eric Zuley, to discuss his career, creative insights, and the evolving landscape of independent filmmaking.
In this episode, which streamed on eZWay’s digital platform, Marcus shared his early entry into the film industry He began training under horror icon Sean Cunningham at the age of nine and, at 22, became one of the youngest directors to direct a major studio horror film.
Marcus also talks about how technology, especially smartphones, has transformed content creation. “Today, anyone with a phone can write, shoot, and distribute a film” he says, emphasizing how accessibility is empowering a new generation of filmmakers.
Currently, Marcus is producing Hearts of Darkness, a fan-funded documentary about the making of Jason Goes to Hell. The project was successfully crowdfunded, showing the strength of community support in the digital age.
Throughout the interview, Marcus highlighted the importance of:
- Strong industry networking
- Film festivals as career gateways
- Creating compelling pitch decks
- Staying versatile across genres
He praises the eZWay interactive app as a valuable platform for creators to connect, learn, and grow.
“It’s more than just an app – it’s a support system for independent voices,”
Marcus noted.
This conversation wasn’t just about movies, it was about opportunity, determination, and creating something meaningful. Adam’s journey shows that with passion and community, anyone can express their opinions in entertainment. And thanks to tools like the eZWay app, the future of storytelling is more open than ever.
👉 Watch the full interview on eZWay’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/7XB3NCMw_EM
